Real Intercontinental Hotel, San Jose

This five-star resort is one of the finest hotels in Costa Rica with its 372 deluxe guest rooms, and 17 suites. Nothing is too much trouble for the professional staff who between them speak four languages fluently. Business travellers will delight in the amenities at this hotel, whilst tourists will love its central location for shopping. The Hotel is well situated to offer easy access to coffee plantations, national parks and the rainforest, where guests can experience the wealth of flora and fauna which Costa Rica has to offer.

Location
The Real Intercontinental Hotel is approximately 5 miles (8km) from the centre of Costa Rica’s capital, San Jose. It is within walking distance of the city’s largest shopping complex and is surrounded by office buildings and complexes.

Hotel Services
Suites at the Real Intercontinental come complete with king size bed, living room and butler service. Standard rooms are a little more down to earth but still offer the ultimate in comfortable beds, an LCD TV, mini bar, safety deposit box and CD player. Business guests will appreciate the spacious work desk, electrical adaptors and full phone and internet facilities. The gym is impressively fitted out with TV screens over each piece of equipment, and the extensive spa has 12 treatment rooms, sauna, Jacuzzi, steam rooms and beauty parlour.

Dining
Throughout breakfast and lunch the Azulejos Restaurant serves a range of appetizing international fare including local shrimp, tilapia and salads. The Factory Steak and Lobster indulges you with the finest food available, whilst Alfredo serves classic Italian dishes in a cozy atmosphere. The Zambra Lobby Bar staff create over 150 cocktails as you relax to the live musical entertainment. Last but not least is the Nau Bar with light meals from the bar and an impressive drinks menu.

Meetings and Events
Ideally situated for meetings and conventions, the Real Intercontinental Hotel offers a choice of 18 meeting rooms, a theatre to accommodate 800 guests as well as ample space in the ballrooms for banquets and receptions for 600-800 people. The Arboledas banqueting hall is popular for weddings as it extends into the pool area.